Grosse Pointe War Memorial
Grosse Pointe War Memorial, War memorial and cultural center in Grosse Pointe Farms, United States.
The Renaissance Revival building features stucco exteriors, rusticated stone details, and a symmetrical layout overlooking Lake St. Clair.
The estate, constructed in 1910 for Russell A. Alger Jr., was transformed into a war memorial in 1949 to honor 3,500 local military service members.
The center hosts more than 3,000 annual events including concerts, art exhibitions, educational programs, and community gatherings throughout its multiple facilities.
Visitors can explore the memorial grounds, attend guided tours, and participate in various workshops ranging from culinary classes to artistic performances.
Bronze plaques within the building commemorate veterans from different conflicts, while WMTV 5 broadcasts community programming 24 hours daily from the premises.
Location: Michigan
Architects: Charles A. Platt
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.38694,-82.89722
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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